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Autumn marks the beginning of the Halloween season, which means trick-or-treating and costuming and, for some families, pumpkin picking. When you’re in New York City, however, finding the time – and money – to pick pumpkins with the family can be a daunting task.

With the month of October comes the end of summer, and that means colder temperatures and higher heating bills. New York City apartments and housing units, especially those without sufficient insulation, can see heating bills skyrocket during the fall and winter months.

Provident Loan Society of New York has tips to save the most money this season on your heating bills and insulation.

September is back-to-school month for both young students and their parents. While students are often excited to meet their teachers and take new classes, parents can struggle to make ends meet after spending money on school supplies that classrooms often acquire.

Here are a few ways parents in New York City can save money this September on the school supplies needed for their children:

For many in New York City, Labor Day is a last hurrah of summer before students return to school.

If you’re looking for festivities and getaways in or near New York for Labor Day weekend, here are a few affordable ways to treat yourself to a mini vacation. And if you’re short on cash for the holiday, here’s a quick guide to covering your short-term expenses.

If you’re getting ready to leave for college, you’ll quickly discover the costs of living in a dorm can add up quickly. Between paying for a meal plan, buying furniture for your new pad, and paying for expensive textbooks, you might need some extra cash to pay for the unexpected costs that frequently pop up.

Earning cash as a new college student can be daunting. But, it doesn’t have to be as hard as it looks. Here are a few quick ways college students in New York City can earn a few extra bucks.